2006 Outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg Infections Linked to Mayonnaise, California
In California, there was a confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg infections that was associated with eating mayonnaise made with raw eggs.
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group+b, s.+heidelberg, salmonellosis, salmonella+heidelburg, raw eggs, mayonnaiseOverview
| Outbreak began: | April 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Heidelberg |
| Vehicle(s): | Eggs |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 22 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 5 |
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